What is typhoid?
Typhoid is a bacterial infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi. It spreads through contaminated food and water and mainly affects the digestive system.
Typhoid is more common in areas with poor sanitation and unsafe drinking water.
Caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi
Spread through contaminated food, water, or poor hygiene
Common symptoms include:
High fever
Weakness and fatigue
Headache
Abdominal pain
Loss of appetite
Constipation or diarrhea
Vomiting in some cases
Symptoms usually develop gradually.
Food or water becomes contaminated with bacteria
A healthy person consumes the contaminated food or water
Bacteria enter the digestive system and multiply
Poor hand hygiene also contributes to disease spread.
Typhoid can be prevented by:
Drinking clean and safe water
Eating properly cooked food
Washing hands before eating
Maintaining sanitation and hygiene
Taking typhoid vaccination
Typhoid is treated using:
Antibiotics prescribed by doctors
Proper hydration
Nutritious and hygienic food
Adequate rest
Early treatment helps prevent complications.
Preventing typhoid helps:
Reduce disease outbreaks
Protect digestive health
Improve community sanitation and hygiene
Clean water and proper hygiene are essential for typhoid control.